It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Joseph Womack; a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, and dedicated public servant. Surrounded by the love of his family, he left this world on November 18, 2025, at the age of 54, and entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior; leaving a legacy of faith, courage, compassion, service and unwavering love.
A committed Christian and faithful member of New Hope Baptist Church, Chris lived his life with a servant’s heart. He was born November 18, 1971 and grew into the kind of man others looked up to – steady, selfless and full of quiet strength. His faith guided everything he did. He devoted 35 years of his life to the city of Ruston where he served with honor, integrity, and unmatched commitment. For the last ten years of those years, he proudly held the position of Fire Chief, leading his department with compassion, wisdom, and courage. He was respected by all who worked alongside him and admired by the community he gave so much of himself to protect.
Outside the firehouse, Chris was a true outdoorsman. He loved deer hunting and hog hunting with his dogs; but what made those days most meaningful was sharing them with the people he loved – his wife, son, and close friends. He also was a bullfighter which showed his bravery, athleticisms and heart. One of his proudest accomplishments was passing that love and skill on to his son and teaching him the craft, courage, and respect that this sport demands. Their love in and out of the arena was something special.
He is proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents Joseph Nathan and Barbara Womack; maternal grandparents RV and Belver Johnson; father-in-law Glen McCormack; and step brother Stevon Owens.
He leaves behind his devoted wife of 27 years, Misty and their loving son Tanner; his parents, Belver Owens and Joseph Womack (Sandy); mother-in-law, Deborah McCormack; three half siblings, Ray Womack (Diana), Kelley Arnold (Justin), Samantha Wright (Tyler); four step siblings, Blain Owens (Sherry), Loren Jarmon, Lorissa Owens, Delaine Owens; and sister in laws, Jennifer Lipsey (Byron Gray) and Sherie Wiley (Robert); and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends.
Pallbearers will be Bubba Dunn, Mark Wood, Joe Dan Martin, Adam Jones, Len Snipe, Jeffrey Robison, Shorty Norred, and Mike Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be City of Ruston Fire Department.
Chris leaves behind a legacy defined by service, love and countless lives he has touched. His memory will live on in the storied shared, the lessons taught, and the many people who where better for having known him.
Funeral services will be held at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, La. at 10 am, Saturday, November 22, 2025 with Bro. Thomas Patton officiating and Preston Forrest. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick Memorial Cemetery in Ruston, La. under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Temple Baptist Church from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm Friday, November 21, 2025. In lieu flowers, the family ask that donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Chris will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
